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European stock markets traded lower on Monday in the last full trading session of 2024, as investors braced for a quiet end to the year. The pan-European Stoxx 600 index fell 0.5% in early afternoon trading in London, with most sectors posting losses. Technology, industrial and media stocks led the declines, while oil and gas stocks managed to post gains. Trading volumes remained light as markets across the region prepared to close early or remain closed until January 2 for the New Year holiday. Despite Monday's modest performance, European stocks are on track to end the year with moderate gains. The Stoxx 600 is up about 5.5% in 2024, in stark contrast to the U.S. S&P 500 index, which is up about 25% over the same period. U.S. markets also opened lower on Monday, reflecting lighter-than-u...

UFC superstar Conor McGregor has revealed his plans to return to the ring, teasing a potential fight against social media influencer and WWE star Logan Paul's older brother Jake Paul. The news has sent shockwaves through the world of combat sports, with fans and pundits speculating about the bout's implications, while bookmakers are already crunching numbers for what could become one of the most-watched boxing events in history. The hype for a McGregor-Jake Paul bout isn't entirely new; Rumors about this possibility have been circulating for months. Now, according to ESPN's Salvador Rodriguez, the matchup is officially under consideration for the summer of 2025, with discussions pointing to a game in July, August or September. If the fight takes place, it will likely follow standard boxing...

After more than 170 years of operation, Freehold Raceway, America's oldest racetrack, has held its last race. The New Jersey track, owned by Penn Entertainment, officially closed its doors on the last weekend of 2024, ending an era marked by declining attendance, shrinking revenues and failed attempts to obtain a license for the casino. “Unfortunately, track operations cannot continue under current conditions, and we see no plausible way forward,” Howard Bruno, the track's general manager, said in a statement announcing the closure. While Freehold's closure reflects the challenges facing horse racing in the United States, industry insiders remain optimistic about the sport's future. New investor interest, technological innovations and the surge in legalized online gambling are fueling hope...